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Dr. Richard Pels, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 67
Dr. Richard Pels, MD
3.9 (7 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Pels, MD is an Internist in Cambridge, MA.
Dr. Richard Pels, MD
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Dr. Richard Pels, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 67
Cambridge, MA
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Pels, MD is an Internist in Cambridge, MA.

About

Dr. Pels graduated from University of Florida. Dr. Richard Pels, MD is an Internist in Cambridge, MA and has 41 years experience. Dr. Pels currently practices at CHA Primary Care, Cambridge Hospital and are affiliated with Cha Cambridge Hospital. At present, Dr. Pels received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Pels' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Pels is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Locations

  1. 1 CHA Primary Care, Cambridge Hospital
    1493 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Florida
    1983
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  • Internal Medicine
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  • Cambridge Hospital
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  • HARVARD Medical School
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Pels, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pels' profile.

Dr. Richard Pels, MD is affiliated with Cha Cambridge Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Pels, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cha Cambridge Hospital

    1493 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA